Substitute Teacher; EH

Overview

Description To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Extra Help - Substitute Teacher (EH26-048). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE? Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University s presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Implement the program curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards into the preparation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans. In charge of the facilitation of children’s learning.
• Organize the classroom in well-developed and defined learning centers, while maintaining a classroom environment that is clean, safe and free of clutter.
• Manage the classroom operations, including behavior, using appropriate child guidance techniques. Plans appropriate activities for assistants and volunteers.
• Engage with the children at all times including in the classroom, on the playground and during transitional times.
• Work collaboratively with all program staff to maintain on-going professional and appropriate communication with parents.
• Work collaboratively with all program staff to observe children in assigned classroom environments and make appropriate communication with parents.
• Maintain accurate classroom records, including attendance records. Participate in Center Staff meetings and Head Start program meetings.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

• Possess an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or 60 college credits with at least 6 hours in Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education with experience teaching infants/toddlers and/or preschool aged children; or
• One year of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university; or
• Completion of credentialing programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G of Early Childhood Teacher Credentialing Programs (Child Development Associate Credential, Certified Childcare Professional, Gateways to Opportunity Credentials)

• A Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Extra Help job listings typically close three days after the opening date, unless specified in the closing date. Extra Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within the university. The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked.

Workdays and hours may vary according to departmental requirements. Extra Help employees do not receive SIUE benefits, holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave.

Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours. At the end of the 30 days, you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle in a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect…